Stay with Choice Hotels in Meriden, CT for an abundance of parks in a diverse city
Would you ever expect a castle in the middle of a park in the city? You’ll definitely see one when you visit Meriden. Hotels in this city are just a stone’s throw away from the city’s main attractions, including the Castle Craig Tower inside one of the city’s largest parks. From trails and cultural centers to scenic views and parks galore, you can visit each and every attraction and more when you book with Choice Hotels in Meriden, CT.
There are an abundance of numerous recreational opportunities in this city. From Hubbard Park to Quinnipiac River Linear Trail, you can enjoy the outdoors a variety of ways. When you arrive at Hubbard Park, the Castle Craig Tower will take over your line of sight. This beautiful stone observation tower atop East Peak in Meriden can be climbed to the top via an interior stairway. From the observation take you may see the Sleeping Giant Mountain Range to the south and catch a glimpse of New Haven, Long Island Sound and maybe even a dim profile of Long Island. This 1,800-acre park includes hiking trails so you can enjoy your morning cup of coffee with a nice stroll through town. You can also catch a round of golf at Hunter Golf Course or if you’d rather catch a show than swing a hole-in-one, then visit the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center. Treat yourself to a new shirt or two after a day of arts and culture when you hit Westfield Mall in town. You can shop as the locals do at this mall or mingle with them at local festivals like the annual Daffodil Festival or at the weekly Farmers’ Market! The city is at the crossroads of Connecticut, and just about two hours between New York and Boston so you can easily extend your vacation with just a bit of a drive. However, you can drive just a short 20 minutes to go to Hartford and New Haven. Wherever your Connecticut adventure takes you, start by booking with Choice Hotels in Meriden, CT. Book online now!
